Santa Cruz Motels

Q: What are the best motels in Santa Cruz?

Mission Inn : Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and University of California, Santa Cruz. Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Surf City Inn and Suites : A full-service spa, free WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Ocean Pacific Lodge : Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Beach Street Inn and Suites : You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi, parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz : Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as room amenities such as air conditioning.

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz motels

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Westside Santa Cruz

Sandra

RM405 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

sophie

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz

Alyssa

RM492 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Mar - 4 Mar

Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

shiana

RM331 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Yazmin Elizabeth

RM322 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Mar - 26 Mar

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Jonathan

RM491 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Mar - 4 Mar

Drift Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

Carlo

RM327 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

RM336 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

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Number of reviews	16,966
Accommodation	26 Motels
Lowest Price	RM287
Highest Price	RM492

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Cruz?

As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Santa Cruz. Top sights to visit include Monterey Bay.

What are motels like?

When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.

What are the best motels in Santa Cruz?

Mission Inn: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and University of California, Santa Cruz. Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Surf City Inn and Suites: A full-service spa, free WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Ocean Pacific Lodge: Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Beach Street Inn and Suites: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi, parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as room amenities such as air conditioning.

How many motels are there in Santa Cruz?

You can select from 23 inexpensive motels in Santa Cruz.

What can I do in Santa Cruz?

In this walkable area, you can enjoy the entertainment choices and scenic seaside while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Monterey Bay, Main Beach and Santa Cruz Main Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Some historical places you might want to see include Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Williams-Reynolds House. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Ocean Street, Pacific Avenue and Cowell's Beach.

What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Cruz?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Cruz to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.

What are my options for getting around Santa Cruz while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Cruz to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, look for flights into San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), which is 27.6 mi (44.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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